VILLAGE OF OAKWOOD JOB DESCRIPTION

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1 The Village of Oakwood is seeking to fill a Full-time Finance Clerk position. Please see the following job description. Candidates must be willing to work in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple tasks and projects. This position requires an Associate s degree in accounting or related field with two (2) years of experience (preferably in a governmental accounting environment), along with training involving customer service, billing, accounts payables and general office work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. The salary for this position is $14.00 to $ Submit a resume and application to: Attn: Brian Thompson, Finance Director Village of Oakwood Broadway Ave Oakwood Village, OH Or submit to bthompson@oakwoodvillageoh.com

2 POSITION TITLE: Accounting Clerk DEPARTMENT: Finance EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time POSITION SUMMARY This position performs intermediate bookkeeping/accounting functions involving cash, investments, pension trusts, accounts payable, payroll, inventory and related tasks within clearly defined limits and established procedures. This position requires accuracy and efficiency and the ability to understand financial information in order to prepare schedules for various projects, financial reports and budgets. Work is reviewed by the Finance Director. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Position Reports to: Finance Director Positions Supervised: None DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Accurately and efficiently processes all documentation pertaining to accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase orders and payroll. Reviews invoices, payment requests and payroll worksheets for accuracy, completeness and proper authorizations; maintains accounts payable files and W-9 files; process and/or print accounts payable checks and ACH files. Researches and resolves discrepancies and other outstanding items found during processing. Assists in the preparation of schedules and generates reports related to various finance projects requiring data from the A/P, Payroll system or from other current files or programs the employee works with. Prepares and posts journal entries after supervisor s review and approval. Communicates with supervisor, employees, departments, vendors, customers, the public, outside agencies and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information or resolve problems. Provides back-up coverage for cashier, administrative staff or other positions as needed. Prepares correspondence, reports, records and other office documents. Performs routine clerical and administrative work and answers in-coming calls. ADDITIONAL DUTIES Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed or directed by the senior accountant- supervisor or finance director. Performs other duties and assume other responsibilities as required.

3 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Education and Experience Requires an Associate s degree in accounting or related field with two (2) years of experience (preferably in a governmental accounting environment), along with training involving customer service, billing, accounts payables and general office work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job Necessary Knowledge Skills and Abilities Sound knowledge of accounting principles Experienced and competent using Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word, etc.) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the community and the general public, department heads and employees Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and compose effective and accurate correspondence WORK ENVIRONMENT Works in an office but may be required to assist with activities in an outdoor environment Occasional need to lift, carry, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds Performs tasks involving extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

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